01 / ABOUT THE PLACE
About this place
When an afternoon break calls for something sweet, classic Japanese kissaten desserts are naturally front of mind. At PRONTO Kawaguchi Casty Shop, guests can often be seen taking a calm breather between trips over a glass of iced café latte and an extra-firm classic custard pudding, baked to a reassuringly dense texture. Pairing the maple soufflé pancake—served with syrup and cream—with a whole pot of hot tea makes for an equally indulgent pause.
Those needing a heartier meal will find a solid selection of pasta dishes favoured at lunchtime. Warm bowls like the fresh pasta in tomato sauce with melted mozzarella or the classic aubergine and bacon tomato sauce quickly satisfy hearty appetites.
Come evening, the dining room transitions into its kissakaba identity, taking on the easygoing spirit of an everyday drinking spot. Whimsical small plates such as octopus-cut cocktail sausages, chips seasoned to go with drinks, and prawn ajillo start arriving on tables alongside pints of The Premium Malt's and chilled Kaku highballs. Whether stopping in for a light bite and drink after work, settling in solo, or winding down an evening over second-round drinks, it offers a welcoming, unpretentious stop.
